Optimism for Bulgaria

Their work may look like it should be in a display case, but K&B Art’s leather creations are practical, sturdy accessories that customers enjoy for years.

Stoyka’s jewelry is so lifelike it’s easy to mistake it for a butterfly or a leaf briefly balancing in a passerby’s hair before journeying groundward.

Tsveta’s passion for circle scarves transformed into an entrepreneurial venture that’s proving contagious: her whole family is now involved.

Katia’s capable hands got her out of a bind a few years ago and laid the foundations of her decorations business — aptly named Sruchko, “Capable Hands.”

Sixteen-year-old Dimitar’s interest in history and the role of youth in democratic processes isn’t merely academic — he is an active participant in them.

Anita Komitska, custodian of Bulgaria’s most famous patterned fabric, has a mission: to help build a better future for Chiprovtsi by promoting its rich past.

They love what they do and generously share their passion with customers. They are assets to their communities, attracting more income and visibility for all.

Italian agriturismo experts Umberto Selmi and Francesco Fratto visited Bulgaria to share tips about offering unforgettable rural tourism experiences.

The founder of Bulgaria’s fastest-growing mentorship program talks about how mentorship primes individuals for success and builds stronger communities.